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Refitting the 20-year-old standing rigging and mechanical systems on the sailboat Athena requires replacing the wire rope rigging, installing a new engine control lever, and reconfiguring the Volvo diesel engine cooling and fuel systems. The host initiates a custom bow roller design to accommodate both a Rocna 33 and a Mantis M1 anchor, utilizing a pivoting head to prevent hull contact during deployment.1:32 Standing rigging replacement is prioritized due to a frayed strand on the headstay, with initial quotes for the project totaling approximately $2,970.3:00 Engine work involves installing a new manual control pedestal, replacing throttle and gear cables, and relocating the coolant expansion tank back to the engine block to simplify hose routing.4:45 Soundproofing is added to the engine compartment, and the host prepares to install a raw water strainer and fuel filter.12:10 Painting the hull remains weather-dependent, as fog forecasts complicate the curing window.16:35

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